Flaghouse Inc. Recalls Kidnastics Balance Beams Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08501 · announced October 11, 2007 · Flaghouse · 2,400 units affected
The product
The recall involves a foam balance beam measuring 72 inches x 4 inches x 1/2 inch with a blue vinyl cover. A yellow Kidnastics logo is printed on the top of the beam.
The hazard
Surface paint on the balance beam contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the beam and contact Flaghouse for a free replacement, a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Various catalogs and Internet Web sites from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $13.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Flaghouse at (800) 793-7900 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.flaghouse.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.